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I gave birth 3 wks ago yesterday i noticed i have like a pimple on my nipple & it hurts when touched or suddenly it starts hurting what can it be?

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Dr. Gerard Honore answered

Specializes in Fertility Medicine

Mastitis?: Sounds like it could be mastitis: if not better in a day or 2 you should see your doc for an exam. Good wishes.

Dr Altman and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/23/2016

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